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Events: Access to Stonehenge for Summer Solstice 2003
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Submitted by Andy B on Friday, 20 June 2003 Page Views: 3280
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Here's the official info from English Heritage for this year's Managed Open Access to Stonehenge for the Summer Solstice
SUMMER SOLSTICE 2003
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY AND INFORMATION
English Heritage is pleased to be providing Managed Open Access to Stonehenge for the Summer Solstice. Please help us to create a peaceful occasion by taking personal responsibility and following the Conditions of Entry.
We have a duty of care to ensure public safety and to protect Stonehenge and its surrounding monuments. Please read and observe the entry conditions, as it is essential if we are to ensure that future access is sustainable.
English Heritage continues to work closely with the many agencies and people from all sectors of the community and would like to thank them for their help and support.
Parking and entry will be free, subject to the conditions set. Please do not arrive at the Designated Car Park or the Stones in advance of the opening time.
* DESIGNATED CAR PARK OPENS Midnight Friday 20th June
* ACCESS TO THE STONES 0200 hours Saturday 21st June
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MONUMENT CLOSES Midday Saturday 21st June
* LAST ADMISSION TO DESIGNATED CAR PARK 1100 hours Saturday 21st June
* DESIGNATED CAR PARK TO BE VACATED 1400 hours Saturday 21st June
WE WOULD LIKE TO WISH YOU A HAPPY SOLSTICE
The full Conditions of entry are listed below. Alternatively, they can be downloaded as a pdf by clicking here.
Please observe the following:
CONDITIONS OF ENTRY
These Conditions of Entry are set to ensure enjoyment and public safety for everyone. Contravention of any of these conditions may result in admission being refused or removal from Stonehenge. Drunken, disorderly or antisocial behaviour will not be tolerated. Only small amounts of alcohol for personal use will be permitted. In order to ensure personal safety, random searching may be undertaken, but we hope that self-policing and personal responsibility will prevail. English Heritage reserves the right to refuse admission.
* THE STONES Please do not climb on, stand or lean against the stones. This is in the interest of personal safety, the protection of this special site and respect for those attending. As well as putting the stones themselves at risk, climbing on them can damage the delicate lichens that cover them, this includes the stones that are fallen.
* BAGS Large bags, rucksacks, sleeping bags and similar items will not be allowed on site. Please leave bags in vehicles.
* FIRES OR FIREWORKS Please do not bring or light fires, flaming torches, candles, night-lights, fireworks, and other real flames or bring flammable substances or fuel. This applies to the stones, to the land that surrounds them and to the car park. The nature of this access makes real flame extremely dangerous; it infringes local bylaws and regulations and constitutes a potential fire hazard which is against stringent Health and Safety guidelines that we must observe.
* AMPLIFIED MUSIC Stonehenge is a prehistoric monument of pre-eminence. It is seen by many as a sacred site and amplified music is not appropriate. No amplified music will be permitted at Stonehenge or in the surrounding landscape or designated car park. Acoustic instruments will be permitted.
* DOGS OR OTHER ANIMALS Please do not bring dogs. Dogs, pets or other creatures are not permitted into Stonehenge except registered Guide Dogs. Apart from potentially upsetting wildlife and stock in the area, animal faeces present a health risk to people walking barefoot and children.
* CAMPING OR EQUIPMENT Please do not put up tents or bring camping equipment, garden furniture, rucksacks or other large items to the monument, this includes gas cylinders and barbecues. It also includes trolleys, push chairs or buggies that are not exclusively used for a child, wheelbarrows and any other form of porterage.
* BOTTLES GLASS OR OTHER OBJECTS Please note that glass will not be allowed into the monument as many people walk barefoot, and in addition, livestock and wildlife also graze in the area. This also includes any other objects that could cause damage to the monument or people there. No plastic bottles will be available for decanting so please decant before you arrive.
* CAR PARK In order to ensure that all those who wish to come can share in the Solstice, please park sensibly and only where directed by a steward or police officer to enable us to fully use the designated car park area.
* LIGHTING Please note that there will be ambient lighting throughout the night. Lights will be systematically turned off as dawn approaches and only as soon as it is operationally safe to do so.
* CYCLES Please do not bring cycles to the monument, they will not be permitted beyond the Designated Car Park. Please bring your own locking device and park your cycle in the designated area. Ask a steward at the Car Park entrance.
INFORMATION
SUNRISE
Sunrise will be just prior to 0443 hours on Saturday 21st June.
FREE PARKING
The Designated Car Park will be near Airman=s Cross just off the A303, near the A344/A360 junction and will be clearly signposted with RAC signs. People will be able to walk the approximate 1km to Stonehenge down the A344, which will be closed to traffic. The road is not lit and you may wish to bring a small battery-operated torch. Subject to weather conditions, coaches and large vehicles may need to be directed to hard standing.
The Stonehenge car park next to the monument will be closed to the public.
Any cars found parked illegally in the surrounding area are liable to be removed.
ACCESS FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES
There will be a minibus service between the Designated Car Park and Stonehenge for people who are wheelchair-bound, have mobility difficulties or are infirm. The minibus will be available from just before 0200 hours on 21st June to 11.30 hours on 21st June.
Wheelchair users, accompanied by one carer, will be given access to Stonehenge via the visitor entry point and the tunnel under the A344. This access route will be closed to the general public.
Wheelchairs will not be provided by English Heritage.
THE STONE CIRCLE
Two separate areas have been designated out of the stone circle where people can gather. Marked on our map is an area we would like to keep as an exit.
GATHERING AREAS
There will be two areas to gather, with braziers provided. Please use the areas for your own enjoyment, such as poetry or meditation.
ROAD CLOSURES
Road closures are likely to be in operation to ensure safe pedestrian passage to Stonehenge and allow unimpeded access in the event of an emergency. Please follow the signs as advised.
DRINKING WATER
There is a tap for drinking water which will be clearly marked on the map that is handed out on arrival.
BAGS
There will be no Left Luggage at the Gallops car park. Please leave in vehicles.
COUNTRYSIDE AWARENESS / RUBBISH DISPOSAL
People are asked not to drop litter and to respect local farmer's crops and livestock. Black bags will be handed out and a skip will be provided for rubbish disposal. Please use it.
SMOKING/FIRE RISK
If weather conditions have been hot and dry, subject to Fire Brigade advice it may be necessary to ask people not to smoke.
TOILET FACILITIES
Portaloos, including toilets for disabled people will be provided at the Designated Car Park and in the monument area. Please use these, do not desecrate the monument.
REFRESHMENT FACILITIES
Authorised catering points, selling hot and cold refreshments, will be provided.
UNLICENCED TRADERS
No unlicensed, non-invited traders will be permitted to set up. This will be robustly policed and they may be removed. This applies to the monument area, the surrounding landscape and the designated car park.
FIRST AID/EMERGENCY SERVICES
The Wiltshire Ambulance Service, St Johns Ambulance Service and the Wiltshire Fire Brigade will be in attendance.
STEWARDS
There will be stewards on duty to assist with the smooth and successful running of Solstice. They are also there to answer questions, please do not hesitate to approach them, they are there to help. Please also report any activity that concerns you to a member of staff.
WELFARE POINTS / INFO / MEETINGS
There will be two clearly marked points, one in the designated car park and one close to the entrance to the monument. These will be manned with appropriately trained staff.
CHILD SAFETY
Parents are requested that children are not left unattended at any time. Access in daylight has been created to act as a provision for families.
EVACUATION / PA ANNOUNCEMENTS
In the unlikely event of an incident that requires the evacuation of the monument area or car park, we would ask that members of the public please respond quickly to instructions given by stewarding staff, the Police or other Emergency Services personnel. PA announcements for your safety and information may be made throughout the access period.
LOCAL CAMPING FACILITIES
There are two local campsites. Please check availability and entry conditions in advance.
Stonehenge Touring Park, Orcheston, Nr Shrewton. Tel: 01980 620304
Salisbury Caravan & Camp Site, Hudsons Field, Castle Road, Salisbury. Tel: 01722 320713
Tourist Information Centre for local area. Tel: 01980 622833 or Fax%INE
For further information about the Summer Solstice at Stonehenge, please telephone English Heritage on 0870 333 1186.
MAP/PLAN
A map/plan will be publicised on the website before Solstice and be handed out on the night.
LIABILITYEnglish Heritage accepts no liability for any injury to persons or loss of or damage to pro
SOLSTICE INFORMATION HOTLINE
For further information about the Summer Solstice at Stonehenge, please telephone English Heritage on 0870 333 1186.
MAP/PLAN
A map/plan will be publicised on the website before Solstice and be handed out on the night.
LIABILITYEnglish Heritage accepts no liability for any injury to persons or loss of or damage to property arising in any way whatever whilst at Stonehenge or the designated car park, and entry is at people's own risk. Although the Designated Car Park will be stewarded, please note that any people entering this area do so at their own risk.
WE HOPE THE WEATHER WILL BE KIND AND WISH YOU A
PEACEFUL AND CELEBRATORY SOLSTICE
Note: Upload your solstice pictures to the
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